Xeon Gold 6143 vs Ryzen AI Max PRO 380
Xeon Gold 6143
Ryzen AI Max PRO 380
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Gold 6143
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen AI Max PRO 380
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6143 | Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($342) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($400) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Legacy / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Strix Halo (2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6143 | Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+18%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($342) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($400) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Xeon Gold 6143 and Ryzen AI Max PRO 380
Xeon Gold 6143
The Xeon Gold 6143 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 22 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 205 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 24,786 points. Launch price was $800.
Ryzen AI Max PRO 380
The Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Strix Halo (2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: FP11. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 24,613 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Xeon Gold 6143 packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Xeon Gold 6143 has 10 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Xeon Gold 6143 versus 4.9 GHz on the Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 — a 20.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 (base: 2.8 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 is built on the Strix Halo (2025) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon Gold 6143 scores 24,786 against the Ryzen AI Max PRO 380's 24,613 — a 0.7% lead for the Xeon Gold 6143. L3 cache: 22 MB on the Xeon Gold 6143 vs 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen AI Max PRO 380.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6143 | Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32+167% | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz | 4.9 GHz+23% |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz | 3.6 GHz+29% |
| L3 Cache | 22 MB+38% | 16 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | — | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 4 nm-71% |
| Architecture | — | Strix Halo (2025) |
| PassMark | 24,786 | 24,613 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Gold 6143 uses the LGA3647 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 uses FP11 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6143 | Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA3647 | FP11 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Gold 6143 launched at $342 MSRP, while the Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 debuted at $400. At current prices ($342 vs $400), the Xeon Gold 6143 is $58 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon Gold 6143 delivers 72.5 pts/$ vs 61.5 pts/$ for the Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 — making the Xeon Gold 6143 the 16.3% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6143 | Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $342-14% | $400 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $342-14% | $400 |
| Performance per Dollar | 72.5+18% | 61.5 |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2025 |
Top Performing CPUs
The most powerful cpus ranked by PassMark CPU Mark benchmark scores.
You May Also Compare
Similar CPU comparisons based on Xeon Gold 6143 and Ryzen AI Max PRO 380
